The Alba white truffle fair 2026 runs from 10 October to 6 December in Alba, in the province of Cuneo, and is now in its 96th edition. To enjoy it without rushing, the best choice is a private villa among the Langhe, Roero and Monferrato, the Piedmont wine landscapes recognised by UNESCO. From there you can reach the truffle market, the wineries and the villages, then return to a property with a garden and room to cook and gather. This guide explains what to expect from the event, how to choose your area and four Emma Villas properties in Piedmont to consider.
What really matters when choosing the villa
Choosing where to stay for the Alba white truffle fair means balancing distance from Alba, landscape and group size. These are the criteria that make the difference:
- Distance from Alba. The Langhe are the closest area: according to its listing, Tramonto Albese 4 is 13 km from Alba. From Monferrato, journey times are longer and should be checked villa by villa.
- Landscape. Langhe, Roero and Monferrato offer vineyard hills of different character; from Tramonto Albese 4 the view takes in all three areas.
- Group size. The selected villas sleep from 4 to 14 guests.
- Off-season spaces. The pools at these villas are open until the first Saturday of October: in autumn, what counts are the indoor spaces, pergolas, gardens and kitchens.
- Logistics. Turin is 85 km from Tramonto Albese 4 and 86 km from Tenuta Schiavon Barrero 12; the A33 motorway exit is 17 km from Tramonto Albese 4.
Four villas in Piedmont for the fair
The four villas below were chosen for their position relative to the Alba white truffle fair and for their size: one in the Langhe, two in the Asti area of Monferrato and one in the Alessandria area of Monferrato.
TRAMONTO ALBESE 4 – Sleeps 4 (2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms)
A former vineyard “ciabot” converted into a holiday home, it sits in a hilltop position with a 360° panorama over the vineyards and the Alpine arc. It has a fenced garden of about 1,200 sq m with a furnished veranda and a private 10 x 4 m pool. Alba is 13 km away: the closest option to the heart of the fair among those proposed.
CASALE DELL’ACERO ROSSO 10 – Sleeps 10 (5 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms)
A farmhouse on three floors linked by a stone staircase, organised as four apartments and a studio, each with its own kitchen and living area: a layout that suits several couples or family groups who want autonomy. The grounds of about 4,000 sq m, part woodland and part lawn, include two pergolas for outdoor dining and a paved terrace, with views over the surrounding hills. The basement has a fully equipped gym, and Canelli, with shops and services, is 3 km away.
TENUTA SCHIAVON BARRERO 12 – Sleeps 12 (6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms)
A former 18th-century hunting lodge with restored Piedmontese Baroque interiors, spread over three floors and about 700 sq m. It stands in a flat, fenced park of about 4,000 sq m, with lime trees, a centuries-old chestnut and a weeping willow, surrounded by more than four hectares of woodland. Shared spaces include a kitchen with a central island, a billiard room and a gym; the centre of Nizza Monferrato is 3 km away and Asti 25 km.
PALAZZO POZZO BONELLI 14 – Sleeps 14 (7 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms)
A 16th-century residence built by the noble Milanese Pozzo Bonelli family and restored under the supervision of the Turin Superintendence, it preserves vaulted and coffered ceilings, frescoes and inlaid floors. Outside, an enclosed garden of about 900 sq m on two levels has a pergola with jasmine and roses, a wood oven and a barbecue area. Moncalvo is 7 km away and Asti 26 km.
Practical advice by type of traveller
How you experience the Alba white truffle fair changes with who is travelling:
- Groups of friends and food lovers. Palazzo Pozzo Bonelli 14 has two kitchens, a wood oven and a barbecue; Tenuta Schiavon Barrero 12 offers, on request, a private chef, massages, yoga and wine delivery (to be checked for your dates).
- Couples and small groups. Tramonto Albese 4 offers two bedrooms, a fenced garden and a furnished veranda looking over the hills, 13 km from Alba.
- Families. Tramonto Albese 4 provides a baby cot and high chair; Tenuta Schiavon Barrero 12 has a flat, fenced park of about 4,000 sq m.
What to check before booking
Before fixing a stay for the Alba white truffle fair, check these points:
- Dates and availability. The fair runs until 6 December: check the villa’s availability for the weekends you have in mind.
- Pool and heating. The listings state that the pools are open until the first Saturday of October, so before the fair begins; ask how the rooms are heated on your dates.
- Real distance from Alba. Check journey times and route from the villa to the places you want to visit.
- Events and dinners. Tickets and paid events are bought online on the fair’s official website; book early the appointments that matter most to you.
Local experiences and practical notes
The programme of the Alba white truffle fair 2026, themed “Autentiche Relazioni” (Authentic Relationships), includes the World Truffle Market, the Palio degli Asini (donkey race) with its folklore celebrations, cooking shows and excellence aperitifs, Vinum Alba wine tastings, taste workshops, cooking courses, special dinners with chef encounters, and visits with brunch at the Castello di Roddi.
Guests staying in Monferrato can pair the Alba white truffle fair with a local event: the Fiera Nazionale del Tartufo di Moncalvo is listed in the regional calendar on 18 October, 7 km from Palazzo Pozzo Bonelli 14.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the Alba white truffle fair 2026 take place? The 96th edition is held in Alba from 10 October to 6 December 2026.
Which of the proposed villas is closest to Alba? Tramonto Albese 4, in Montelupo Albese, is 13 km from Alba according to its listing.
Which villas suit large groups? Palazzo Pozzo Bonelli 14 sleeps 14, Tenuta Schiavon Barrero 12 sleeps 12 and Casale dell’Acero Rosso 10 sleeps 10, the latter in four apartments and a studio.
Can the pool be used during the fair? For the proposed villas, the listings state that the pool is open from the last Saturday of April to the first Saturday of October, so before the fair begins.
